Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, volume 1: 4D Printing Principles and Fabrication

Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, Volume 1 provides an overview of smart materials and techniques for 4D printing, including modeling, fabrication, and control strategies for various applications. It covers shape memory polymers, shape memory alloys, natural fibers, and hydrogels, as well as stimuli-responsive materials and functionalized 4D printed sensor systems.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 482 pages
Publication date: 30 June 2022
Publisher: Elsevier Science Publishing Co Inc

Smart Materials in Additive Manufacturing, Volume 1 offers a comprehensive exploration of the current state of smart materials and the techniques employed in their additive manufacturing. It serves as a valuable resource for students, early career researchers, and professionals, providing insights into the principles of 4D printing. The book delves into the modeling and fabrication of 4D printed materials, including dielectric elastomer soft robots, low-voltage electroactive polymers, and stimuli-responsive hydrogels. Additionally, it covers 4D printing of light-responsive structures, gels, and soft materials, as well as natural fiber composites. Origami-inspired 4D printing, 4D microprinting, and reversible 4D printing are also discussed. Furthermore, the book explores 4D bioprinting and related biomedical applications, as well as functionalized 4D printed sensor systems. Key features of the book include: * Comprehensive coverage of 4D printed shape memory polymers, shape memory alloys, natural fibers, and hydrogels * Exploration of various types of stimuli, fabrication techniques, multi-physics modeling, and control strategies for 4D printing * In-depth examination of 4D printing of dielectric elastomers, liquid crystal elastomers, and electroactive polymers * Discussion of 4D printing applications in various fields, such as aerospace, automotive, and healthcare * Integration of 4D printing with other technologies, such as robotics and artificial intelligence * Case studies and examples to illustrate the practical applications of 4D printing * Contributions from leading experts in the field of smart materials and additive manufacturing

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780128240823